Indigenous peoples throughout the world have complex relationships with the mining industry. They often experience mining-induced harm due to poor industry practices and lack of recognition of their collective and individual rights and cultural heritage.
CSRM researchers have extensive experience on projects which aim to understand the range of issues facing Indigenous peoples in mining contexts in Australia, Asia, North and South America, the Pacific and the Arctic.
They also conduct leading research and applied work on cultural heritage management, providing policy advice and practical guidance for communities, companies and governments.
Indigenous co-ownership
Tanami Desert Ten Year Plan
CSRM provides research support for the Tanami Desert Ten Year Plan, a partnership between Newmont, the Central Land Council and Aboriginal peoples (Yapa) across the Tanami. The plan aims to improve outcomes under three pillars, strong Yapa voice, Yapa education and Yapa employment.
The IBN Irtiya: Past, Present, Future project
CSRM have been engaged by the IBN group in the Pilbara region to collaborate with them on 3 interrelated projects. The aim is to assist IBN, which was established in 2001 to manage the benefits from the BHP Area C mine, to optimise its structure and operations. IBN delivers programs and services to improve the lives of its members, the Yinhawangka, Banyjima and Nyiyaparli people.
Support for Native Title investigations for Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation
This project is in support of Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung’s ongoing resolution of Native Title matters in Victoria, and includes formatting and reproduction of archival and other information.
Torres Strait project
Support for investigations of customary land and identities at various islands in Torres Strait for Gur A Baradharaw Kod Sea and Land Council Torres Strait Islander Corporation. The project includes repatriation of archival materials held in Queensland institutions, especially pre-digital era documentation connected with the Mabo case, and attendance at meetings.
- Grounds of objection: climate change, Country, and human rights in the Waratah Coal case
- Dynamics in Consultation and Consent
- Aboriginal employment outcomes at Argyle Diamond Mine: What constitutes success, and for whom?
- Agreements and Engagement with Rightsholders in Artisanal and Small-scale Gold Mining: Moving from Common Approaches toward Best Practice
- A Day in the life of Nabarlek mine rehabilitation: Report on 1 June 2023 visit to Madjawarr land
- Indigenous Cultural Mapping in Australia: a desktop review
Associate Professor Sarah Holcombe
Principal Research Fellow
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Dr John Burton
Senior Research Fellow
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Rodger Barnes
Research Manager
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Joni Parmenter
Research Fellow
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